Calorie comparison
Eggplant vs Kale
Per 100 grams, eggplant is the lighter choice by 24 calories, while kale delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Eggplant | Kale |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 | 49 |
| Protein | 1 g | 4.3 g |
| Carbs | 6 g | 9 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.9 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍆 Eggplant
1 cup cubed (82 g)
21 cal
0.8 g protein · 4.9 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
🥬 Kale
1 cup (67 g)
33 cal
2.9 g protein · 6 g carbs · 0.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, eggplant or kale?
Per 100 g, eggplant has 25 calories and kale has 49. Eggplant is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, eggplant or kale?
Eggplant has 1 g of protein per 100 g; kale has 4.3 g. Kale wins on protein.
Is eggplant or kale better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward eggplant — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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